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Championing women this International Women’s Day 🦸🏻‍♀️

Mar 6, 2026

International Women’s Day is on Sunday 8 March 2026.

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Adaptive volleyball growing participation and inclusion across WA 🏐

Volleyball WA is setting itself as one of Western Australia’s brightest examples of inclusive sport.

MyCouncil – 2023-24 data now available

LG Alert

Local governments and the community can now access the 2023-24 Local Government Financial Indicator (LGFI), as well as other financial and demographic data on MyCouncil.

Learn about child safeguarding in local government

LG Alert

Local government staff are invited to attend an in-person workshop increase understanding of how to create and maintain child safe environments through implementation of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

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Major State Budget support for key arts organisations and events

Media release

This year's 2026-27 State Budget will continue to support Western Australian arts organisations with nearly $40 million to back WA's creative industries.

Notice of Claim Opportunity - Terminated Bookmaker Licence

The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), on behalf of the Gaming and Wagering Commission of Western Australia are appealing to clients who may be eligible to make a claim following the termination of the bookmaker's licence BM212837219 in the name of Graham Peter Sertorio registered to a Doubleview address.

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Western Australian Aboriginal art showcase returns to Boorloo 🎨

Western Australia's top Aboriginal art showcase Revealed will return to Boorloo (Perth) on Saturday 18 April 2026, showcasing the strength and diversity of Aboriginal creativity through a free exhibition and vibrant open-air art market.

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Byford ready to ride with upgraded facilities 🚴🛹

Media release

The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.

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WA Music Week 2026 back with major boost for WA's music industry ♪♫♪

Media release

Western Australia's vibrant music scene will step into the limelight again this August, with the return of WA Music Week 2026 in Fremantle.

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CITS Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-31

The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) has released its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026–31

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Revealed is coming…

WA’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal art returns to Boorloo (Perth) this April.

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$1.3 million Warmun Oval redevelopment ready for bounce-down

Media release

Redevelopment of Warmun Oval is now complete ahead of the East Kimberley Football League season.

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Intro to Trail Running Series on track

Trails WA has put Western Australians on the right track by recently hosting 3 introductory trail running events for people of all ages and abilities.

Track upgrades complete at Carnarvon Race Club

Track resurfacing works at Carnarvon Race Club have been completed, made possible through the Regional Racing Infrastructure Fund.

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Main works are underway for the Perth Concert Hall!

The redevelopment of the Perth Concert Hall is now in full swing with the main works underway, marking an exciting new chapter in the revitalisation of Perth’s iconic home of music and entertainment.

CCTV Grants Program

LG Alert

CCTV Grants Program applications now open

Photo of a child in a theatre with text: Kids Access All Areas - claim by 31 May 2026

It’s nearly curtain call!

Thousands of WA kids have enjoyed arts and culture thanks to the Kids Access All Areas Vouchers program.

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